Staff Scientist III

Verdantas is looking for a motivated Environmental Scientist/Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) to join our team. This is a mid‑level stormwater professional position that supports environmental and stormwater compliance projects, assisting clients in complying with stormwater regulations and preventing pollutants from entering waterways.

Remote with preferred locations in Santa Rosa or Sacramento, CA. The position requires travel, overnight travel, periodic weekend and overtime work.

• Conduct stormwater inspections.
• Develop and implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and/or site stabilization plans.
• Conduct stormwater sampling.
• Conduct desktop evaluations.
• Provide on‑site training to construction crews.
• Prepare related documentation and reporting.
• Perform work under the supervision of senior staff on routine and complex projects, and support assigned initiatives and special projects.

• BS or BA degree, preferably in an environmental discipline, sciences, or engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience supporting SWPPP, including sampling and analysis, non‑storm water and storm water visual observations, and preparation of Rain Event Action Plans, environmental restoration, landscape construction, and erosion control.
• Knowledge of water quality or stormwater management information, techniques, practices, laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of California State Water Board permits.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Cross‑training in natural resources, including wetlands and/or environmental permitting.
• Current QSP certification (QSD certification is preferred).
• Experience with the California Stormwater Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS).
• Familiarity with the California Stormwater Construction General Permit and the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA) Construction Handbook.
• Knowledge of environmental key issues and trends, including emerging best practices and technology, and familiarity with industry language and terminology.
• Competency with Google Earth KMZ.

$65,000–$85,000

• Flexible work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.